Non-Magnetic Siebe Gorman Diver’s Knife Complete with Rare Original Leather Belt and Loop c1960

Here on offer is fine example of a NON-MAGNETIC SIEBE GORMAN diver’s knife complete with its rare original thick leather belt and belt loop.

From researching (please see the excellent information relating to these knives on Divescrap.com), I believe this version of knife is the type used by the Dutch Navy in the 1960’s.
These knives had no markings on the brass sheath wher...  read more

Code: 50893

Vintage American Silver Set - Quarter Dollar and Dime Coin Brooch

Here on offer is an unusual vintage American silver set, quarter dollar and dime coin brooch.

Its consists of three American coins, one quarter dollar with Washington’s head on the reverse, possibly 1970’s and two dime coins with Roosevelt’s head on the reverse possibly 1960’s.

All three coins have been professionally set in a solid silver claw frame with a long re...  read more

Code: 50887

Boer War Trench Art Knife – G W Ratclife – Cape Town c1900

Here on offer is a Boer War, hand made “Trench Art” knife with its original leather scabbard, that I acquired with other Boer War memorabilia.

The handle is made up of discs of Bakelite and aluminium that have been shaped and held in place by what looks like a lead alloy top and bottom fitting. The very top has a brass ring and it looks like the knife shaft has been professional ...  read more

Code: 50007

French Napoleonic Prisoner of War Carved and Painted Cow Shinbone circa 1810

Here on offer is a beautiful example of a carved and painted cow shinbone, possibly made by a French Napoleonic prisoner of war (POW).

When I acquired this piece of POW art, I was told a French Napoleonic POW had made it but I can’t guarantee this.

I must say that I have only seen a couple of carved shinbones from the Napoleonic period, as most of the POW art is u...  read more

Code: 50877

Antique Victorian Bone Folding Fruit Knife circa 1880

Here on offer is an excellent example of an antique ALL bone folding fruit knife, circa 1880.

The whole of this knife, apart from the four brass pins, is made from solid bone or a similar fine-grained natural material.

These fruit knives where popular back in the Victorian period and where often bought as souvenirs, but not many survive especially in as good condi...  read more

Code: 50883

1915 Imperial German S98/05 “Butcher’s Blade” Bayonet by V.C. Schilling Suhl

Here on offer is a fine example of an Imperial German S98/05 “Butcher’s Blade” (2nd pattern) Bayonet by V.C. Schilling Suhl dated to 1915.

My understanding is that Germany used a wide variety of bayonets on the Mauser Gew-8 and Kar-98 rifles. They entered World War 1 issuing the 1898/05 or ‘Butcher Blade’ model.

A small percentage of German bayonets were made with...  read more

Code: 50848

French Ministry of War - Bronze Medallion for Military Physical Training Preparation - Prize of The Minister c1911

Here on offer is a cased example of a French Ministry of War - Bronze Medallion for Military Physical Training Preparation - Prize of The Minister circa 1911.

This very large solid bronze medallion has on the obverse the image of La Patrie seated on a cannon showing a young soldier the feats of arms of the French Army.

Around the edge are the words:

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Code: 50661

Near Mint WW2 German Red Cross Officers Dagger with Hangers and Portepee/Knot

Here on offer is near mint example of a Red Cross Officers dagger complete with the correct hangers and portepee/knot.

The dagger is in near mint condition with a bright nickel-plating finish to all the mounts and fittings, including the scabbard.

The oval shaped pommel is in near mint condition, there is just a tiny spot on the reverse edge that has lost its pla...  read more

Code: 50853

Unusual WW1 Menin Gate Souvenir - Ballpoint Pen with Large White Celluloid Feather

Here on offer is an unusual WW1 souvenir that is a ballpoint pen fitted with a large white celluloid feather, to look like a Victorian dip pen.

The feather is actually very detailed and appears to be made from an early celluloid or plastic and fits snuggly to a smooth gilt brass pen grip.

Printed on the feather is a coloured image of the famous Menin Gate at Ypres ...  read more

Code: 50868

Unusual Vintage Metal and Brass Model Artillery Cannon that Fires Blank Caps

Here on offer is a really well engineered vintage pressed metal and brass model artillery cannon that actually fires blank caps.

I think this was ‘factory’ made and is possibly German in origin, but I can’t find a makers name or stamp on it.

The main chassis and wheels are made from a thick pressed and folded steel metal and the firing mechanism and barrel are form...  read more

Code: 50104